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sparing
spar·ing [ spérring ]


adjective 
Definition:
 
1. frugal: showing careful restraint in the use of resources
2. scanty: limited or restricted in quantity
3. merciful: inclined to be lenient or merciful

spar·ing·ly adverb
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